1968 DAF 44 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
